Bulgaria eSIM plans
Instant deliveryYour eSIM for Bulgaria is available from €1.19 and active straight away: in Bulgaria it connects to the A1 Bulgaria, Vivacom, Yettel Bulgaria networks (4G/LTE, 5G where available), coverage 90%. Install it by QR code before you leave — no roaming and no SIM swap.
- Instant email delivery
- 30-day returns
- Support in French
- Visa · Mastercard · Apple Pay · Google Pay · PayPal
eSIM for Bulgaria — at a glance
- From
- €1.19
- Local networks
- A1 Bulgaria, Vivacom, Yettel Bulgaria
- Technology
- 4G/LTE
- Network coverage
- 90%
- Activation
- QR code — install before you leave
- Recommended data
- 1–3 GB light use · 5 GB with social media · 10 GB+ streaming
All eSIM plans for Bulgaria
| Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited | 1 day | €1.19 |
| Unlimited | 3 days | €3.99 |
| Unlimited | 5 days | €5.99 |
| Unlimited | 7 days | €8.49 |
| Unlimited | 10 days | €11.49 |
| Unlimited | 15 days | €16.99 |
| Unlimited | 30 days | €32.99 |
| 1 GB | 7 days | €1.99 |
| 2 GB | 15 days | €2.49 |
| 3 GB | 30 days | €2.99 |
| 5 GB | 30 days | €4.49 |
| 10 GB | 30 days | €7.49 |
| 20 GB | 30 days | €11.99 |
| 50 GB | 30 days | €24.49 |
Bulgaria holds many surprises for travellers from France: Orthodox monasteries nestled in the Balkan mountains, lively seaside resorts on the Black Sea, and bustling Sofia, which mixes Roman remains with a contemporary arts scene. Whether you are heading off to hike in the Rhodopes or sip a Thracian rose wine in a winery cellar, staying reachable is essential. Local SIMs are sometimes sold in Bulgarian only, and queues at operator shops can quickly spoil your first hours on the ground. With an eSIM activated from France before you even close your suitcase, you arrive in Sofia connected and hassle-free.
Flight time from Paris
About 2h45 (direct flight)
Time difference
+1h all year (UTC+2 in winter, UTC+3 in summer)
Best time to visit
June to September for the Black Sea and the mountains; May and October for Sofia and cultural heritage
Power socket type
Type C/F: compatible with French sockets, no adapter needed
Why an eSIM is ideal for travelling in Bulgaria
Bulgaria is a member of the European Union, but the roaming terms of some European plans do not always apply as expected. It is better not to rely blindly on your French plan. The 4G/LTE network covers about 90% of the territory, carried notably by A1 Bulgaria and Vivacom, two reliable operators in big cities such as Sofia, Plovdiv and Varna, as well as along the tourist routes. In isolated mountain villages, however, the signal can be temperamental. A Simpartout eSIM gives you competitive local data, activated remotely, without having to find a shop when you arrive. Your French number stays reachable in parallel on your dual-SIM smartphone, which is especially handy for handling work calls while enjoying smooth, affordable local internet access.
Network coverage in Bulgaria
Operator
A1 Bulgaria
+ Vivacom
Technology
4G/LTE
Coverage
90%
How to install your Bulgaria eSIM
- 1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in Bulgaria, then pay.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
- 3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
- 4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching Bulgaria, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.
- 1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in Bulgaria, then pay.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
- 3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
- 4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching Bulgaria, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.
Recommended for you
Short trip
For a trip of 3 to 7 days, go for an unlimited plan.
Business trip
Video calls and emails: choose a high-speed plan.
Long stay
For a month or more, our high-capacity plans offer the best value for money.
Families
Several devices to connect? Pick a plan that allows hotspot sharing and comes with plenty of data.
eSIM, local SIM or Wi-Fi hotspot: which suits Bulgaria best?
| eSIM | Local SIM card | Wi-Fi hotspot | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activation | Instant (QR code) | Bought on arrival | Pick-up/delivery |
| Installation | 2 minutes | SIM swap | Extra device |
| Price | From €1.19 | €5–30 | €5–15/day |
| Network | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE |
| Devices | 1 smartphone | 1 smartphone | Up to 5 devices |
| Flexibility | Top up at any time | Fixed data | Daily rental |
| Recommendation | Ideal for travellers | For long stays | For groups/families |